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Observing The Hilal To Mark The Start Of Ramadan
Indonesian Muslims observe the changing phases of the moon from the reflection of sunlight (Hilal) using telescopes to confirm the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan 1447 Hijri at the Albiruni Observatory in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, on February 17, 2026. The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Religious Affairs, declares the first day of Ramadan 1447 Hijri to be Thursday, February 19, 2026. (Photo by Khairizal Maris/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13334081 |
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| Photographer | Khairizal Maris/NurPhoto |
| Category | Religion and Belief |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Khairizal Maris/NurPhoto |
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